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Elf
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Basic Rules (2014)
“I have never imagined such beauty existed,” Goldmoon said softly. The day’s march had been difficult, but the reward at the end was beyond their dreams. The companions stood on a
might join with rebels fighting against oppression, and others might become champions of moral causes.
HAUGHTY BUT GRACIOUS
Although they can be haughty, elves are generally gracious even to those
Giff
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Mordenkainen’s Tome of Foes
rank. Promotions don’t depend on age but are granted by a superior as a reward for valor. Giff are devoted to their children, even as most of their education is geared toward fighting and war
Backgrounds
Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide
As a sell-sword who fought battles for coin, you’re well acquainted with risking life and limb for a chance at a share of treasure. Now, you look forward to fighting foes and reaping even
possibilities.)
Now you’re looking for something else, perhaps greater reward for the risks you take, or the freedom to choose your own activities. For whatever reason, you’re leaving
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
Minotaurs Twenty-three minotaurs inhabit the southern half of the Maze Level. They spend most of their time fighting the drow. Their leader is a priest of Baphomet named Maku, a devout follower of
human cultists of Baphomet are sometimes transformed into minotaurs as a reward for their devotion and sacrifice.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Giants of the Star Forge
ancient monastery partway up the mountain. “The students there have a long tradition of fighting giants,” he says. “They might know more about Brimskarda and the Star Forge.” If prompted for a reward
, Evin says the city can afford to offer 5,000 gp for Theldin’s safe return. A character who succeeds on a DC 13 Charisma (Persuasion) check can get Evin to increase the reward to 8,000 gp and secures
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Xanathar's Guide to Everything
the heart of every fighter’s motivation lies the same basic truth: it is better to wound than to be wounded. Although some adventuring fighters risk their lives fighting for glory or treasure, others
true reward for most fighters comes from sending enemies to their doom. The sections below offer ways to add a little depth and a few personal touches to your fighter character. Sticks and stones
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Dragon of Icespire Peak
fighting the monster is always an option, characters might decide to negotiate with the manticore instead. Be flexible, particularly when dealing with intelligent monsters. If every encounter becomes a
fight to the death, your players might get bored and miss out on some fun roleplaying opportunities. Whenever possible, reward players for being clever. For example, characters who disturb the ankhegs
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Sword Coast Adventurer’s Guide
Mercenary Veteran As a sell-sword who fought battles for coin, you’re well acquainted with risking life and limb for a chance at a share of treasure. Now, you look forward to fighting foes and
possibilities.) Now you’re looking for something else, perhaps greater reward for the risks you take, or the freedom to choose your own activities. For whatever reason, you’re leaving behind the life
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants
the imminent explosion, the characters must negotiate with or get through the fighting creatures to repair the control console. Escalation Goliath giant-kin (see chapter 6) who live on one of the
their favor, and they hire adventurers to secure it. Final Key A storm giant offers the characters a stunning reward if the characters can use the Star Forge (in this chapter) to build him a machine
Orc
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Volo's Guide to Monsters
the heads of their enemies.
Orcs treat dwarves somewhat differently from other foes, because they covet the homes that dwarves fashion for themselves. If a tribe succeeds in fighting its way into a
their savagery. Green dragons, for instance, sometimes use orcs as sentinels or shock troops. Orcs are sometimes attracted to the service of frost giants or fire giants, who then “reward&rdquo
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Infernal Machine Rebuild
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63–74 As 25–37 above, only Ursas’s courier arrives and Lynx’s never shows.
75–90 Both couriers arrive at the same time, and begin fighting immediately.
91–00 Both couriers have killed
contents are short on details beyond the agent’s name, but the invitation promises a lucrative reward for services rendered that will benefit all good and free folk, and includes a map to the respective
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Spelljammer Academy
githyanki ship attacks, with a few examples discussed below. Use your best judgment when adjudicating these tactics, and reward players for great ideas and quick thinking. Using Magic. Certain spells can
of fighting it at a distance. Any such attempt requires the pilot to move the character’s ship within 5 feet of the enemy ship. Once one or more characters board the githyanki ship, that ship makes
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
encounter is hard for a party that is only 1st level.) When the Bringers of Woe meet the adventurers, the bandits grimly and confidently say, “We are the Bringers of Woe. We have come to reward your
curiosity.” The cultists then attack, fighting to the death. Three hang back and shoot at spellcasters, concentrating fire on one foe at a time. The other three advance to tie up the rest of the party in melee.
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
of Tiamat, hopeful that the queen of evil dragons will reward him with untold power. He is, however, a bit on the dim side, thinking of visitors as either servants (who bring him food) or as enemies
treasure or food. Those who challenge him become targets of his breath weapon. When fighting, Glazhael clings to the ceiling whenever possible, using his breath weapon and Frightful Presence to start
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm Lord’s Wrath
speak with the drow about his affliction, pointing out that he is sick and in need of assistance, the drow might stop fighting and ask the characters if they can help him. He is willing to walk away
. As a reward, the he gives the characters a magic item has been storing away: a dagger of venom. Treasure. If the characters kill Sovendahl and his bodyguards, they do not find the magical dagger
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
they hear fighting in area 5, they take up positions against the wall near the door, then try to surprise intruders. The captives are too intimidated to shout warnings or call for help. The heap of
has “tall, furry monsters with big ears” (bugbears) working for him. Side Quest: Mirna’s Heirloom. Though her family has nothing to offer as a reward, Mirna tells the characters that she might know
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Lost Mine of Phandelver
can provide half cover to any creature fighting or hiding behind them. Most are marked with the image of a blue lion—the symbol of the Lionshield Coster, a merchant company with a warehouse and trading
reward of 50 gp and the friendship of Linene and her company. In addition to the stolen provisions, Klarg has a treasure chest that contains 600 cp, 110 sp, two potions of healing, and a jade statuette
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
of Tiamat, hopeful that the queen of evil dragons will reward him with untold power. He is, however, a bit on the dim side, thinking of visitors as either servants (who bring him food) or as enemies
of treasure or food. Those who challenge him become targets of his breath weapon. When fighting, Glazhael clings to the ceiling whenever possible, using his breath weapon and Frightful Presence to
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage
, escapes using greater invisibility, leaving his forces to die fighting the hezrou. He has expended all his spell slots and must drink a potion (see “Treasure” below) to restore his lost hit points. If he
demon to full health as quickly as possible. House Auvryndar’s surviving fighting force consists of six female drow, which are healed by Shindreer’s mass cure wounds spell. Spirreth Dalambra Spirreth
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
giff has a military rank. It must follow orders from those of superior rank, and it can give orders to those of lower rank. Promotions don’t depend on age but are granted by a superior as a reward for
valor. Giff are devoted to their children, even as most of their education is geared toward fighting and war. Mercenaries Extraordinaire. Giff are in high demand as warriors for hire, but they insist on
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Journeys through the Radiant Citadel
the characters 600 gp apiece as a reward, while Lungtian promises them a divine blessing (see “Ninuno’s Mark” in the adventure’s conclusion). Additionally, Nimuel and Lungtian can share any information
Buwan,” Lungtian whispers. “There was a shadow in its spirit. Something poisonous and pulsing, a sickness I don’t know. The bakunawa seemed to be fighting with itself. I believe that’s why we’ve seen many
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
fighting spined devils, bearded devils, barbed devils, horned devils, and erinyes. Advice from the Spirits Any characters inhabited by the spirits of I’jin, Obo’laka, or Shagambi receive advice when
, returning the chalice to Princess Mwaxanaré yields its promised reward (see "Kir Sabal"). For more information on the chalice, see "Fabled Treasures."
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
, Yeemik tries to force them to pay a rich ransom for Sildar after they complete their part of the bargain. If the characters refuse to parley, Yeemik shoves Sildar over the edge and continues fighting
characters, the goblins here are on guard. As soon as a fight breaks out here, one of the goblins flees to area H8 to warn Klarg. Creatures in area H8 can’t hear fighting in this area due to a noisy
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Volo's Guide to Monsters
somewhat differently from other foes, because they covet the homes that dwarves fashion for themselves. If a tribe succeeds in fighting its way into a dwarfhold, the orcs will butcher any dwarf that
sentinels or shock troops. Orcs are sometimes attracted to the service of frost giants or fire giants, who then “reward” their loyalty by turning them into slaves. If a tribe is defeated and driven from
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Ghosts of Saltmarsh
deck of the Marshal. The undead attack the characters when they come below, fighting to the death. Ignoring the Threat. If the characters don’t kill the undead and recover the dagger, the undead attack
on a mission from Demogorgon and fight to the death. Extra Reward. If the characters kill the merrow and fulfill the ghost’s request to lay the missionaries to rest (see “Ghosts” in area M9), the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tomb of Annihilation
, the characters receive a reward. Characters who decline to serve the Flaming Fist are welcome to continue about their business, but anything they wish to buy in Fort Beluarian costs five times the
. For every severed ghoul head the characters bring her, she’ll pay them 20 gp. (She has enough money to cover the reward for up to eleven severed ghoul heads.)
Shilku Reconnaissance. Portyr asks the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Tyranny of Dragons
are fighting side by side, to betray the elf—but it’s not impossible. If it looks like the cult’s operation at the castle is doomed, Pharblex is the sort of creature who will switch sides to save his
exploitation. When Rezmir promised that Voaraghamanthar would reward the tribe’s labors for the cult, the lizardfolk were ready to listen. Where the bullywugs fill the role of a static defense force, the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
Bryn Shander Quests For each special NPC who survives the attack on Bryn Shander, the party receives a quest and gains a particular reward for completing that quest. The quests encourage characters
ready to leap into the fray. If the characters reduce Thunderhale to 32 hit points or fewer, he surrenders, smiles, and offers his hand in friendship while complimenting the characters on their fighting
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Acquisitions Incorporated
steps to reach the top, but those steps are warded against intruders (see below). Moreover, the Far Realm friends and the goblins fighting for Splugoth attempt to stop the characters from reaching the
from happening. At your discretion, you might also limit how many times Splugoth can be returned to life in this manner.
During the fight, feel free to reward player ingenuity. Maybe a character
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Hoard of the Dragon Queen
, Pharblex plans to remove the elf from the picture by any means necessary. It is unlikely that he would choose the middle of a battle against the characters, when he and Borngray are fighting side by side
that Voaraghamanthar would reward the tribe’s labors for the cult, the lizardfolk were ready to listen. Where the bullywugs fill the role of a static defense force, the lizardfolk perform five functions
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk
bones and scraps of clothing, but see “Treasure” below. Development. Fighting in this room alerts the Redbrands in area R5 that trouble is on the way. Treasure. A jeweled gold bracelet worth 140 gp
.
Three Redbrand ruffians (see appendix A) stand guard here, though they spend most of their time taunting the hapless prisoners (see “Captives” below). If they hear fighting in area R4, they take
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Storm King's Thunder
the sky. Characters are likely to come upon at least one Black Lion or Red Tiger hunting party as they make their way toward the site. According to legend, Beorunna, an Uthgardt hero, died fighting a
Citadel Felbarr to the west. Adbar’s garrison offers a reward of 10 gp for each orc head brought to the city gates, or 100 gp for each giant head. The population of Citadel Adbar was severely depleted
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Princes of the Apocalypse
Vanifer, and he promises an immense (and fictitious) reward if the characters bring him Tinderstrike. If the characters seem agreeable and competent, he provides them with directions to get them to area
fighting taking place outside the immediate vicinity. An efreeti aided by one razerblast and two Eternal Flame guardians (see chapter 7 for both) drives a salamander and three azers, forcing them to work
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Curse of Strahd
of their own. Once her cult has enough members, Fiona plans to take the town by force. To reward her most loyal followers, she has her pet imp stand invisibly in the center of a pentagram, then
of living in fear and poverty. Use the “Barovian Names” sidebar in chapter 2 to generate names for them, if needed. The imp doesn’t get involved in the fighting unless Lady Wachter is drawn into the
Compendium
- Sources->Dungeons & Dragons->Mordenkainen's Tome of Foes
of receiving a great reward. Worship of That Which Lurks is widespread in the Underdark. Not just drow pay respect to it. Even creatures that are considered to be mindless, such as oozes and jellies
least pretending to. Selvetarm Drow regard Selvetarm as the Champion of Lolth and the patron of drow warriors. He is portrayed as an eight-armed drow that represents the epitome of fighting prowess